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May 14

Media positions Pope Leo XIV as potential 'counterweight' to Trump

Members of the media floated the notion that Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, will serve as a counterbalance to President Donald Trump.

May 12

Sunny Hostin changes tune on Pope Leo XIV after learning of Haitian roots, declares 'we have a Black pope'

“The View" co-host Sunny Hostin expressed her excitement for Pope Leo XIV after discovering his maternal grandparents were described as people of color on government documents.

May 12

Pope Leo XIV jokes that he cannot invite top-ranked tennis player to charity match

Pope Leo XIV recently dubbed himself an amateur tennis player, but if he were to ever have a match at the Vatican, there would be one glaring omission.

May 12

In Pictures: From Chicago priest to new pope, the historic rise of Leo XIV

A visual tribute to Pope Leo XIV’s faithful service – reflecting his journey through priesthood, leadership, and devotion within the Catholic Church.

May 12

Pope Leo XIV dishes advice to journalists, mentions AI challenge in first news conference

May 11

Pope Leo delivers first 'Regina Caeli' prayers from St. Peter's balcony

Tens of thousands of Catholics gathered in St. Peter's Square on Sunday to witness Pope Leo XIV hold the "Regina Caeli" prayer for the first time.

May 11

Pope Leo XIV's first address draws similarities to Pope Francis' papacy while preserving forsaken traditions

Pope Leo XIV immediately draws both similarities and differences to Pope Francis' 12-year papacy.

May 10

Former White Sox pitcher has hilarious reaction after finding out Pope Leo XIV's fandom

Former Chicago White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde had a hilarious reaction after finding out Pope Leo XIV is a fan of the beleaguered AL Central team.

May 10

Vatican goes viral: TikTokers fascinated by pope election

The ritual for electing a new pope took social media by storm this week as content creators reacted to the ancient tradition with memes, skits and parodies.

May 10

Pope Leo XIV calls this a challenge to 'human dignity' in first address to cardinals

Pope Leo XIV warns that AI may threaten human dignity, urging the Catholic Church to respond with ethical clarity and protect the vulnerable in a digital world.